Network Infrastructure Technician III

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Network Infrastructure Tech III with minimum active Secret clearance, TS/SCI preferred. Requires travel to Ft. Meade, Md. as the work will be done there.

Ability to help resolve complex technical issues and assist with project implementation with some independence.
• Install passive infrastructure cabling of supporting systems (e.g., fiber, copper, etc.)
• Install active infrastructure equipment.
• Ability to terminate fiber and copper cabling
• Ability to fusion splice fiber
• Implement designed changes to existing networks and equipment by utilizing schematics such as AutoCAD and Visio documentation.
• Update design and implementation documentation for structured cabling systems.
• Participate in the installation and testing of network structured cabling systems, to include CAT6, CAT6A and multi-mode fiber.
• Participate in the installation and testing of telecommunication systems bonding and grounding.
• Provide technical problem diagnoses and resolution support for all associated LAN and WLAN cabling systems.
• Utilize in the use of cable analyzer and diagnostic equipment, punch tools, and cabling tools.
• Enforce BICSI and TIA cabling and grounding standards.
• Work as part of a team cohesively with other technicians and engineers.
• Report to a site manager or head of department.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• • Experience with enterprise scale network infrastructure 1 year of telecommunications/electronics vocational training or professional certification from an ABET accredited technical school or equivalent military school
  • Bachelor's degree in related fields or equivalent experience.
  • Strong understanding of layer 2 (switching, VLANs) and Layer 3 (routing, protocols), and network security
  • Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience with LAN/WLAN infrastructure design, implementation, and maintenance.
  • Experience with troubleshooting physical network technologies
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Visio
  • Active Secret Clearance, TS/SCI preferred.
  • Must be able to pass a technical interview
  • BICSI Technician (TECH) Certification strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to both stand and ambulate on hard surfaces for an entire work shift.
• Ability to repetitively climb and descend ladders throughout a work shift.
• Ability to lift arms above one's head and perform repetitive work tasks on ceiling-mounted electronics and cabling infrastructure.
• Ability to repetitively lift up to 50lbs throughout a work shift.
• Ability to work extended periods in confined spaces.
• Travel Required

All hiring and promotion decisions at Empower AI are based on merit to bring the best talent available to contribute to our firm's overall success. It is the policy of Empower AI not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status. Empower AI is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.